Thomas W. Chinn

Thomas Withers Chinn was a member of the U. S. [House of Representatives] representing the state of Louisiana, serving one term as a Whig [Party (United States)|Whig] from 1839 to 1841.
He was also U.S. minister to the Two Sicilies.

Biography

Chinn was born in Cynthiana, Kentucky, in Harrison [County, Kentucky|Harrison County] and later moved to Louisiana. His birthplace was a log cabin built in a triangular shape, which was called a "three-face camp." He was a founding board member of the Metairie Race Course.

He died on his plantation in West [Baton Rouge Parish]. He is now buried in Magnolia Cemetery in Baton Rouge.